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Current Date And Time In Samjiyŏn-ŭp, North Korea

Sunday, 26 July 2026
04:33:26 KST
Currency: North Korean Won (KPW)
Timezone: UTC +08:30 (KST)
Population: 31,471

💰 North Korean Won (KPW) — Samjiyŏn-ŭp, Yanggang-do Currency & Exchange Rates


The official currency of Samjiyŏn-ŭp, Yanggang-do, North Korea is the North Korean Won (KPW), represented by the symbol . This page provides live KPW exchange rates for Samjiyŏn-ŭp against the world's most actively traded currencies — USD, EUR, JPY, GBP and CNY — refreshed regularly for reliable forex reference. Whether you are a logistics planner, cross-border trade specialist or finance professional operating in Samjiyŏn-ŭp, accurate KPW conversion data is essential for cost estimation, invoice pricing and strategic financial planning.

Use this page to check the KPW exchange rate for international trade with Samjiyŏn-ŭp • cross-border payment settlements • business invoice conversion • forex market research for North Korea operations • travel budget planning • remittance and multi-currency financial management • investment valuation in Asia markets.

Samjiyŏn-ŭp is a city in Yanggang-do, North Korea, located in Asia. All financial transactions, retail purchases and business dealings within Samjiyŏn-ŭp are conducted using the North Korean Won (KPW) — the same national monetary unit used across all cities and states of North Korea. For the state-level and country-level currency data, visit the Yanggang-do Currency page or the North Korea Currency page.

Quick Links: Samjiyŏn-ŭp Overview | Samjiyŏn-ŭp Map | Nearby Cities | Travel Info | Yanggang-do Currency | Converter Tool | Strength Ranking | Gold & Silver Rates

💰 North Korean Won Currency Profile — Samjiyŏn-ŭp, Yanggang-do

North Korean Won (KPW) is the official legal tender of North Korea, used across all cities including Samjiyŏn-ŭp. Identified by the currency symbol and the ISO 4217 code KPW, this currency underpins all financial transactions, retail commerce and business dealings in Samjiyŏn-ŭp. This profile is useful for international invoicing, forex identification, banking transactions and cross-border payment processing involving Samjiyŏn-ŭp, Yanggang-do.

Currency Name North Korean Won
ISO 4217 Code KPW
Currency Symbol
City Samjiyŏn-ŭp
State Yanggang-do
Country North Korea
Continent Asia

🔁 Live KPW Currency Converter — Samjiyŏn-ŭp

Convert any amount between North Korean Won (KPW) and 162+ world currencies instantly, right on this page — no reload required.

 

⏰ Rates as of Jul 25, 2026 2:30 PM UTC

🤍 Gold & Silver Rates Today — Samjiyŏn-ŭp, Yanggang-do (in KPW)

Indicative gold and silver prices for Samjiyŏn-ŭp, converted to North Korean Won (KPW) from live international bullion spot rates — the same XAU/XAG benchmark used by markets worldwide.

⏰ Spot rate as of Jul 25, 2026 2:30 PM UTC

🥳 Gold Purity Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Tola (11.66g)
24K (999, Fine Gold) ₩ 117,376.57 ₩ 1,173,765.69 ₩ 1,369,057.28
22K (916, Jewellery Standard) ₩ 107,516.94 ₩ 1,075,169.38 ₩ 1,254,056.47
18K (750) ₩ 88,032.43 ₩ 880,324.27 ₩ 1,026,792.96
🥈 Silver (999 Fine) Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Kilogram
Fine Silver ₩ 1,683.02 ₩ 16,830.25 ₩ 1,683,024.73

⚠️ Note: These are indicative rates derived from live international bullion spot prices (XAU/XAG), converted to KPW. Local jewellery and bullion dealer prices in Samjiyŏn-ŭp typically differ due to making/wastage charges, import duty, GST/VAT and dealer premiums — always confirm with a local jeweller or bullion dealer before any transaction.

📊 KPW Exchange Rates — Samjiyŏn-ŭp, Yanggang-do

Live KPW exchange rates for Samjiyŏn-ŭp — showing exactly how much 1 ₩ North Korean Won is worth in each foreign currency, plus the inverse rate (how much of each foreign currency equals 1 KPW). Rates are recalculated hourly, making this the most current KPW conversion reference for forex traders, importers, exporters, international businesses and travellers dealing with Samjiyŏn-ŭp, Yanggang-do.

⏰ Updated hourly • Jul 25, 2026 2:30 PM UTC

Currency Code 1 KPW = Inverse Rate
United States DollarUSD0.00111 = 900.0000 KPW
EuroEUR0.00101 = 1,023.8850 KPW
Japanese YenJPY0.18211 = 5.4927 KPW
British Pound SterlingGBP0.00081 = 1,198.7549 KPW
Chinese YuanCNY0.00751 = 132.8963 KPW
Australian DollarAUD0.00161 = 628.1999 KPW
Canadian DollarCAD0.00161 = 638.1847 KPW
Swiss FrancCHF0.00091 = 1,099.4730 KPW
Mexican PesoMXN0.01941 = 51.4751 KPW
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💱 North Korean Won VS Major World Currencies — Samjiyŏn-ŭp

Compare the North Korean Won (KPW) — the currency used in Samjiyŏn-ŭp, Yanggang-do — against the five most traded currencies in global forex markets: US Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Japanese Yen (JPY), British Pound (GBP) and Chinese Yuan (CNY). This KPW vs major currencies comparison shows both the direct rate — how much foreign currency 1 ₩ buys — and the inverse rate, useful for pricing Samjiyŏn-ŭp imports and exports, benchmarking KPW strength and planning international financial transactions in or with North Korea.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jul 25, 2026 2:30 PM UTC

Symbol Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
$🇺🇸 USD
United States Dollar
₩ 1 = $ 0.0011$ 1 = ₩ 900.0000
🇪🇺 EUR
Euro
₩ 1 = € 0.0010€ 1 = ₩ 1,023.8850
¥🇯🇵 JPY
Japanese Yen
₩ 1 = ¥ 0.1821¥ 1 = ₩ 5.4927
£🇬🇧 GBP
British Pound Sterling
₩ 1 = £ 0.0008£ 1 = ₩ 1,198.7549
¥🇨🇳 CNY
Chinese Yuan
₩ 1 = ¥ 0.0075¥ 1 = ₩ 132.8963

💡 Need more conversions? Use our Currency Converter Tool for hourly-updated rates, historical data and calculations for 100+ currencies.

🎯 Global Currency Strength Ranking — KPW

Out of 162 actively traded world currencies tracked against the US Dollar, the North Korean Won (KPW) — the currency used in Samjiyŏn-ŭp, Yanggang-do — currently ranks #134 by per-unit value, making it stronger than 17% of all currencies on this list. A lower rank means fewer units of that currency are needed to buy one US Dollar. Within Asia, KPW ranks #38 of 50 currencies tracked on this site for that continent.

ℹ️ This ranks currencies by face value per unit against the US Dollar — the same measure used in "world's strongest currencies" lists. It reflects historical denomination, not economic size, purchasing power or GDP.

📏 How this number is worked out: KPW currently trades at 900.0000 per US Dollar. Comparing that to all 162 tracked currencies — 133 of them trade at a lower rate (so are stronger than KPW), and 28 trade at a higher rate (so are weaker). That places KPW at rank #134 = 1 + 133 currencies stronger than it.

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📍 How KPW Compares to Its Closest-Value Neighbours

The currencies ranked immediately above and below KPW by per-unit value — the most relevant comparison, since these are the currencies closest to it in worth.

Rank Currency Value per US Dollar
#132 SDG — Sudanese Pound 600.5000 per $1
#133 VES — Venezuelan Bolívar Soberano 741.3017 per $1
#134 KPW — North Korean Won ⬤ (this page) 900.0000 per $1
#135 AOA — Angolan Kwanza 917.5000 per $1
#136 CLP — Chilean Peso 947.8886 per $1

🌎 Regional Currencies in Asia — Samjiyŏn-ŭp Currency

See how the North Korean Won (KPW) — used in Samjiyŏn-ŭp, North Korea — compares against currencies used by neighbouring countries across Asia. This regional comparison is essential for intra-continental trade pricing, cross-border travel budgeting, regional investment analysis and understanding North Korea's currency strength relative to its continental neighbours. Each row shows both the direct and inverse conversion rate so you can instantly calculate costs in either direction.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jul 25, 2026 2:30 PM UTC

Country Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
IndiaINR
Indian rupee
₩ 1 = ₹ 0.1071₹ 1 = ₩ 9.3359
ChinaCNY
Chinese yuan
₩ 1 = ¥ 0.0075¥ 1 = ₩ 132.8963
IndonesiaIDR
Indonesian rupiah
₩ 1 = Rp 19.9129Rp 1 = ₩ 0.0502
PakistanPKR
Pakistani rupee
₩ 1 = ₨ 0.3087₨ 1 = ₩ 3.2390
BangladeshBDT
Bangladeshi taka
₩ 1 = ৳ 0.1371৳ 1 = ₩ 7.2940
JapanJPY
Japanese yen
₩ 1 = ¥ 0.1821¥ 1 = ₩ 5.4927
PhilippinesPHP
Philippine piso
₩ 1 = ₱ 0.0685₱ 1 = ₩ 14.5903
VietnamVND
Vietnamese dong
₩ 1 = ₫ 29.2522₫ 1 = ₩ 0.0342

🌍 Planning to travel or trade in Asia? Compare exchange rates and use our currency converter for accurate regional conversions.

💵 Spending, Exchanging & Trading KPW in Samjiyŏn-ŭp

💰 Everyday Payments in Samjiyŏn-ŭp

Shops, transport and services across Samjiyŏn-ŭp, Yanggang-do price everything in North Korean Won (KPW), marked with the symbol. There is no separate city currency or local scrip to learn — Samjiyŏn-ŭp runs on the exact same money as the rest of North Korea. Field sales reps, delivery partners and on-ground buyers working Samjiyŏn-ŭp can budget straight from the KPW exchange rates table above without adjusting for local exceptions.

📈 What Moves the KPW Rate for Samjiyŏn-ŭp Deals

A swing in the KPW rate against USD, EUR or GBP reaches every invoice, supplier contract and sales forecast tied to Samjiyŏn-ŭp. Companies buying from or selling into Samjiyŏn-ŭp track this rate closely to time purchase orders, hedge exposure and protect margins on cross-border deals. The live rate table above updates regularly for exactly this kind of monitoring.

✈️ Budgeting a Trip to Samjiyŏn-ŭp

Travellers flying or driving into Samjiyŏn-ŭp get a smoother trip by converting cash to KPW (₩) before arrival rather than relying on last-minute airport counters. Knowing today's rate makes it far easier to estimate hotel bills, local transport and day-to-day spending money once you land in Samjiyŏn-ŭp. Check the KPW vs major currencies card for a quick mental conversion before you go.

🌎 Samjiyŏn-ŭp's Place in Yanggang-do's Currency Zone

Samjiyŏn-ŭp, home to a recorded population of 31,471, is one of the commercial points of Yanggang-do where KPW circulates the same way it does everywhere else in North Korea. There's no city-level monetary authority here — for the wider regional forex picture and every converter tool, visit the Yanggang-do Currency page.

📦 Cross-Border Trade Touching Samjiyŏn-ŭp

Exporters shipping out of Samjiyŏn-ŭp and importers supplying its local retailers both live with the KPW conversion rate on the day a contract is signed. Watching real-time KPW movement against USD, EUR and neighbouring currencies helps lock in margins before a shipment ever leaves the warehouse. View Asia regional currency rates for the wider trade picture around Samjiyŏn-ŭp.

💳 Investing & Sending Money to Samjiyŏn-ŭp

Anyone remitting funds, buying property or building a financial position tied to Samjiyŏn-ŭp needs today's KPW rate, not last week's. The KPW rate against JPY, GBP and CNY matters just as much for portfolios with exposure across Asia. See KPW vs major world currencies for the full comparison.

🥳 Local gold pricing: jewellers in Samjiyŏn-ŭp price 22K gold off the same KPW rate used throughout this page — roughly ₩ 107,517/gram today. See the full gold & silver rates table above for 24K, 18K, sovereign and tola pricing.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Money & KPW in Samjiyŏn-ŭp

What currency do I need in Samjiyŏn-ŭp?

Samjiyŏn-ŭp, like every city in Yanggang-do and across North Korea, runs on the North Korean Won (ISO code KPW, symbol ). Carry or exchange into KPW before you arrive — no other currency is accepted for everyday purchases here.


What's today's KPW to US Dollar rate?

Check the live exchange rates table above for the current KPW/USD rate, refreshed on every page load. For exact figures, use our dedicated KPW to USD converter to run invoices, remittances or trip budgets tied to Samjiyŏn-ŭp.


Does Samjiyŏn-ŭp use a different currency than the rest of Yanggang-do?

No — Samjiyŏn-ŭp shares the same KPW currency as every other city in Yanggang-do and across North Korea. Notes, coins and exchange rates are identical nationwide; there is no city-specific pricing or local scrip in Samjiyŏn-ŭp.


Which world currencies can I compare against KPW here?

This page tracks KPW against USD, EUR, GBP, JPY and CNY in real time — see the exchange rates table and the KPW vs major currencies card above. Useful for forex trading, remittances, import/export contracts and travel budgeting tied to Samjiyŏn-ŭp.


How does the KPW rate affect prices and business in Samjiyŏn-ŭp?

When KPW weakens, imported goods and equipment cost more for businesses in Samjiyŏn-ŭp, while locally made exports become cheaper for overseas buyers. When it strengthens, the opposite happens. Tracking the rate day to day is standard practice for procurement and pricing teams operating in Samjiyŏn-ŭp.


What is today's gold rate in Samjiyŏn-ŭp?

Gold pricing in Samjiyŏn-ŭp follows the national KPW rate: 22K jewellery gold works out to roughly ₩ 107,517/gram today. See the gold & silver rates table above for 24K, 18K, sovereign and tola pricing.


Where can I exchange money or withdraw cash in Samjiyŏn-ŭp?

Banks, authorised forex dealers and ATMs across Samjiyŏn-ŭp accept major international cards for withdrawals in KPW. Before committing to an exchange counter, compare its offered rate against the live rate on this page to avoid an inflated margin.